2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Saturn Relay were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Xsara | Relay |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
