2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (58 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
