2011 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Freelander | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Freelander | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
