2000 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2000 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2000 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Saab | Land Rover |
| Model | 05-Sep | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
