2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 706 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saturn Relay (298 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
| Model | A | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
