2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
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 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1767 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Land Rover | Smart |
| Model | Freelander | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
