2006 BMW 130 vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2006 BMW 130 and 2006 Saturn Relay were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 130 | Relay |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
