2006 Saturn Relay vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 350 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Saturn | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Relay | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 81 L |
