2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Saturn Relay

To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa 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 (200 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 929 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2005 Saturn Relay
Make Opel Saturn
Model Corsa Relay
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 200 HP
Torque 170 Nm 299 Nm
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1181 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 95 L


 

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