2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 407 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
