1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Galaxy would be higher. Both 1995 Ford Galaxy and 1998 Saab 05-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 194 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Galaxy | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
