1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9000 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
