2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK 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 928 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | Freelander | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
