1994 Saab 900 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 355 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Saab | Saab |
Model | 900 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 98 mm |
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 | 1345 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |