1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
