2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 926 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
