2012 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 992 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Freelander | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
| Model | Freelander | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
