2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | Vito |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
