2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1999 Saturn SC
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 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC 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 200 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | LR3 | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
