2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1995 Saturn SL | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Defender | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |