2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Jeep | Saturn |
Model | Liberty | Relay |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |