2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | Freelander | Relay |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |