2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 836 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Express | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
