2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 506 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 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X5 | Relay |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
