2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Relay 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 666 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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 2006 Saturn ION. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Relay | ION |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
