2007 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escape | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 38 L |
