2005 Saturn Relay vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Relay | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Saturn | Nissan |
Model | Relay | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |