2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 592 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Pathfinder | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
