2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima 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 1254 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Land Rover | Kia |
| Model | Freelander | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
