1998 Saab 900i vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 900i would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Saab 900i. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 900i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Saab 900i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 900i | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Saab | Xedos |
| Model | 900i | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
