2005 Saturn Relay vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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 1996 Toyota Celica. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Relay | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Relay | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |