2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 407 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
