2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Defender | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |