2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | LR3 | L |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |