2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Freestyle | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |