2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Range Rover | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
