1995 Peugeot 806 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 806 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 806 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
