2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Blackhawk | Relay |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |