2005 MG XPower vs. 2005 Saturn Relay

To start off, both 2005 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.

Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG XPower. 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2005 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2005 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 MG XPower 2005 Saturn Relay
Make MG Saturn
Model XPower Relay
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 4600 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3050 mm


 

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