2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SL. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1999 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1999 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | Range Rover | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
