2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 419 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Galaxy | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
