2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | Relay |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
