2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 1086 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 2011 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Land Rover | Hyundai |
Model | Freelander | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |