2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2009 Saab 9-7X 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. 2009 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Defender | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |