2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1996 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1996 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Range Rover Sport | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |