2005 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saturn |
| Model | 407 | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
