2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1997 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1997 Saab 900 | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Discovery | 900 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |