1994 Saab 900 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 900 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
