2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 557 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
