2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1986 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1986 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | E-250 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |