2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 200. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Saturn | Chrysler |
| Model | Relay | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
