2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Relay | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
