1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. 2001 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Discovery | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |