2004 Saturn Relay vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Relay | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Relay | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
