2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 962 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freelander | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
