2005 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 165 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 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Galant | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
