2012 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Freelander | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | Freelander | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
