2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 5 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 (201 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 653 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva 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 (298 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Saturn | Lada |
| Model | Relay | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
