2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Sentra 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:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Sentra | Relay |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
