2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Malibu | Relay |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
