1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 544 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 9000 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
