1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | Range Rover | Aura |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
