2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 215 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C5 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |