2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 119 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Corvette | Relay |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
