2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 735 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.
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 X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Relay | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |