2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Range Rover | SC |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |