2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1760 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.
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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Excursion | Relay |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 95 L |