2005 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | Discovery | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
