I've recently changed from a 2007 TD4 manual, 160bhp to a 2013 TD4 GS 150, again manual. I expected the 10bhp to make very little difference but there seems to be a noticeable difference in the power delivery, both very good but quite different. The 160 seemed to have more low down torque whereas the 150 seems to need more revs but is quicker. Just wondering if anyone else can comment on whether this is normal?

Here is the LR Media release for MY2011.

More refined 150PS TD4 and 190PS SD4 with four-wheel drive

The upgraded direct injection turbo diesel is available in two forms - 150PS on the TD4, and 190PS on the SD4. Both produce 20Nm more torque than the outgoing model increasing to a substantial 420Nm for punchy, refined performance. As well as being upgraded from EU4 to EU5, both versions have a new variable geometry turbocharger and are re-calibrated from scratch to deliver the new levels of power, meet emissions regulations and reduce CO2.

https://media.landrover.com/news/2010/08/l...eelander-2 FL2 XS SD4 Auto 2010 2012-2017 (21k - 91k miles) (MY2011)
FL2 Metropolis SD4 Auto 2014 2017- (16k - 77k+ miles) (MY2015)
Metro in its 11th Year of (Extended) LR Warranty / Full LR Service History
(Expensive, but Trouble/Worry free - hopefully?)

I knew the motors had been improved but not
to that extent, thank you Ian,
for that info.  DAVE.

Yes, likewise I hadn't realised that so many changes were made. Showing my lack of knowledge here but can someone enlighten me as to what advantages a variable geometry turbo offers?
Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

Basically by varying the inlet vanes, you can speed up the air to the turbo, at a lower speed, and increase the low rev torque.

higher low-end maximum torque:
a variable geometry turbocharger can improve the maximum torque of the engine in the low-end area due to the ability of the turbocharger to provide a higher air mass quantity; this translates into more fuel being injected, hence a higher mean effective pressure and torque.


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-geometry_turbocharger FL2 XS SD4 Auto 2010 2012-2017 (21k - 91k miles) (MY2011)
FL2 Metropolis SD4 Auto 2014 2017- (16k - 77k+ miles) (MY2015)
Metro in its 11th Year of (Extended) LR Warranty / Full LR Service History
(Expensive, but Trouble/Worry free - hopefully?)

My Sister has the top or the range Evoque with an oil burner & I have the Ford 2.0L Ecoboost in my Freelander, it's a much nicer engine. Now with all the acoustic insulation I have installed her Evoque feels like an old oil banger from a different century!

It's a pity that even though LR made the cars in England that they exported all the petrol ones.

https://m.drive.com.au/car-review/2013-lan...79225.html

 Procrastination, mankind's greatest labour saving device!

Acoustic insulation ARB TPMS 3xARB air compressors After cooler Air tank On-board OCD pressure air/water cleaning Additional 50L fuel Carpet in doors ABE 2x1kg Waeco 28L modified fridge Battery 4x26ah Solar 120w Victron MPPT 100/20 DC-DC 18amps 175amp jumper plug Awning 6x255/60R18

Lightwater
Thanks for link, the quote below sums up why I will find it hard to replace my FL2, the fantastic driving position and visibility.
So I won't be leaving the forum soon.

You’ll also notice something that sets the Freelander apart from the current crop of soft-roaders: visibility.

While most have opted for curvy styling and rounded glass-houses, the Freelander’s honest, no-frills, two-box design and big mirrors means you won’t miss a thing; bikes, for example, won’t be hidden in blindspots.

Yeah, it’s not the most stylish vehicle going around but it does make for a driving experience that’s a whole lot safer. FL2 XS SD4 Auto 2010 2012-2017 (21k - 91k miles) (MY2011)
FL2 Metropolis SD4 Auto 2014 2017- (16k - 77k+ miles) (MY2015)
Metro in its 11th Year of (Extended) LR Warranty / Full LR Service History
(Expensive, but Trouble/Worry free - hopefully?)

This is what people want down under, as you said, big windows & a practical box shaped car.

Click image to enlarge

IanMetro wrote:

Here is the LR Media release for MY2011.

More refined 150PS TD4 and 190PS SD4 with four-wheel drive

The upgraded direct injection turbo diesel is available in two forms - 150PS on the TD4, and 190PS on the SD4. Both produce 20Nm more torque than the outgoing model increasing to a substantial 420Nm for punchy, refined performance. As well as being upgraded from EU4 to EU5, both versions have a new variable geometry turbocharger and are re-calibrated from scratch to deliver the new levels of power, meet emissions regulations and reduce CO2.

https://media.landrover.com/news/2010/08/l...eelander-2

tdfan wrote:

I've recently changed from a 2007 TD4 manual, 160bhp to a 2013 TD4 GS 150, again manual. I expected the 10bhp to make very little difference but there seems to be a noticeable difference in the power delivery, both very good but quite different. The 160 seemed to have more low down torque whereas the 150 seems to need more revs but is quicker. Just wondering if anyone else can comment on whether this is normal?

Euro 4 vs Euro 5 ?

Older engine configuration doesn't have to comply with later emissions regulations, so isn't strangled?? Tangiers Orange - gone, missing her
Replaced by Ewok what a mistake - now a happy Disco Sport owner

IanMetro wrote:

Basically by varying the inlet vanes, you can speed up the air to the turbo, at a lower speed, and increase the low rev torque.

higher low-end maximum torque:
a variable geometry turbocharger can improve the maximum torque of the engine in the low-end area due to the ability of the turbocharger to provide a higher air mass quantity; this translates into more fuel being injected, hence a higher mean effective pressure and torque.


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-geometry_turbocharger