2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Saloon. 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2003 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Proton | Saturn |
| Model | Saloon | Relay |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3050 mm |
