2004 Nissan Titan vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Titan | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Titan | 9000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 216 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |