2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 224 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Relay | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
