2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. 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) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Relay | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Saturn | Fiat |
Model | Relay | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |