1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Daewoo | Saturn |
Model | Chairman | Relay |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |