1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Silverado | Relay |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |