2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy 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. Both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 2005 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Galaxy | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1665 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |