1999 Rover 25 vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 25 | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 25 | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
