2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Crossblade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Crossblade 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) has 88 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1964 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 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 2005 MCC Crossblade. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Crossblade has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Crossblade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2005 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Land Rover | MCC |
| Model | Freelander | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
