2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 206 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
