2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-250 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |
