2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C2 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
