2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Porsche | Saab |
Model | 996 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |