2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2005 Saturn Relay and 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 2005 Toyota Avensis. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saturn Relay 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Saturn Toyota
Model Relay Avensis
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 114 HP
Torque 299 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2110 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L


 

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