2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 4 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 836 kg more than 2013 Volvo X670.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo X670. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670. 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Freelander | X670 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2815 mm |
