2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Tucson | 9000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |