2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Relay 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 2007 Opel Astra. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | Relay | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
