2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SL would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1996 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1996 Saturn SL | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Range Rover Sport | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |