1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 22 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 37 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 9000 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2788 mm |
