2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 110 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Relay | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
