2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 3,192 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1537 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | Vision |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
