2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | Relay | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
