2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 (200 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 854 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | Relay | Cube |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
