2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 705 kg more than 1997 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1997 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 900 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
