2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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 576 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Freelander | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3190 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |