1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
Model | F300 Life Jet | 9000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2680 mm |