2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 1716 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Freelander | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
