2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 1433 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Freelander | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |