2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 369 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | CR-V | Relay |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
