2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Galaxy | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |