2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 4 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (340 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Relay | Aura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
