2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C3 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
