2004 Rover 75 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 75 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
