2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. 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 1998 Saturn SC. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1998 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1998 Saturn SC 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 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Relay | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
