2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Express | Relay |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |