2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | Relay | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
