2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Ram | Relay |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |