2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GS 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 1048 kg more than 2002 Lexus GS.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus GS. 2002 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
