2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Relay |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |