2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (231 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 986 kg more than 1999 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 LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | LR3 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
