2005 Saturn Relay vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara 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 10 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Relay | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
