2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 169 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 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 | 1474 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
