2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 939 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX 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 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Freelander | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
