2007 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
