2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. 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 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | E-150 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
