2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Ford F-250 and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-250 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 61 L |
