2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Freestar | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
