1999 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 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), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 1999 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Saab | Land Rover |
Model | 05-Sep | Defender |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |