2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (326 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Galaxy | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
