2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 52 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
