2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | LaCrosse | Relay |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |