2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 34 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
