1994 Saab 900 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 135 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Saab 900 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 900 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |