2006 Lexus RX vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 321 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus RX | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Lexus | Saturn |
Model | RX | Relay |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |