2010 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 728 kg more than 2012 BMW 550.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Land Rover Freelander | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Freelander | 550 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |