Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.68 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €205.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Vanquish FC

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €419.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000XGC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano Vanquish FC?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly