2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Excursion | 900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
