2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla 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 111 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Relay | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Relay | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |