2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Excursion | 9000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |