2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Saab | Land Rover |
Model | 05-Sep | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |