2007 Citroen C6 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 17 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
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, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C6 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
