2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 176 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
