1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 20 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Saab | Peugeot |
| Model | 9000 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
