2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-350 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
