2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera 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 57 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 916 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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 1998 Nissan Primera. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Freelander | Primera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |