2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (201 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
| Model | E | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
