2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 407 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
