2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Saturn Relay and 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 101 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 935 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saturn Relay 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Saturn Skoda
Model Relay Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 99 HP
Torque 299 Nm 126 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2110 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 45 L


 

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