2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar.

Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Freestar 2011 Saab 03-Sep
Make Ford Saab
Model Freestar 03-Sep
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3802 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4689 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1529 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2675 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 62 L


 

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