2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | Carrera GT | Relay |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
