2003 Porsche 996 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 14 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (226 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 996 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
