2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Saturn L
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 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 756 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. 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 Saturn L. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Range Rover | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 59 L |