2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | Relay |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
