2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 447 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freelander | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |