2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 Saturn Relay | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Relay | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
