2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 19 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Patriot | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
