1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 137 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Saab | Citroen |
| Model | 9000 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
