2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | E-350 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |