2011 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Freelander | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Freelander | S5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
