2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Vectra | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Vectra | Relay |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |