2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, both 2005 Saturn Relay and 2005 Audi A3 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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 Audi A3. 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Relay | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Saturn | Audi |
Model | Relay | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |