2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saturn |
| Model | Navigator | Relay |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 128 L | 95 L |
