2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 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 1999 Lexus GS. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (420 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS 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 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
