2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 953 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Land Rover | Hyundai |
Model | Freelander | ix35 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |