1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9000 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
