2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Range Rover | LW |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |