2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-250 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
