2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. 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 2003 Volvo S40. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
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2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Freelander | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3190 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |