2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mini | Saab |
Model | Cooper | 9000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |