2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Saturn Relay

To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Saturn Relay were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A3 2005 Saturn Relay
Make Audi Saturn
Model A3 Relay
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 200 HP
Torque 200 Nm 299 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 95 L