2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Morgan 4
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 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 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 46 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. 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 Morgan 4. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | Freelander | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
