2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C4 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
