2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | F-250 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 75 L |