2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
| Model | Freelander | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
