2002 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1988 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1988 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-250 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
