2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Tahoe | Relay |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |