2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 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 1022 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Freelander | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
