2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 790 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Freelander | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |