2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 698 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Patriot | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
