2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Delta.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Delta. 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2012 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 2012 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Relay | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Saturn | Lancia |
Model | Relay | Delta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |