2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera 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 69 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1518 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera. 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 2002 Nissan Almera. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Freelander | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
