2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2011 Honda Insight

To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight.

Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saturn Relay 2011 Honda Insight
Make Saturn Honda
Model Relay Insight
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 40 L


 

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