1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
