2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra 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 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. 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 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Vectra | Relay |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
