2011 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Freelander | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3191 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1600 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
