2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | SRX | Relay |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
