2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Land Rover Defender and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 2005 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Defender | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1585 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |