2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Saturn | Lexus |
| Model | Relay | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |
