1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Roadmaster | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |