2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 Proton 400
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 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 400 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 84 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1712 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. 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 Proton 400. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Proton |
| Model | Freelander | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
