1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 21 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 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Saab | Peugeot |
| Model | 9000 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2613 mm |
