2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. 2008 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Saab | Land Rover |
Model | 05-Sep | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |