2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Land Rover Freelander and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 940 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freelander | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |