2011 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 373 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Freelander | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freelander | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
