1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Saturn SC | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Discovery | SC |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |