2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 5 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, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 165 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 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | Relay | 123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
