1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | Defender | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
