2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 569 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | C1 | Relay |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 95 L |
