1997 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION.
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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Galaxy | ION |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
