2006 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escape | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
