2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Maverick | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Maverick | 9000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |