1999 Rover 25 vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 25 | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 25 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
