2004 Dodge Stratus 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 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Stratus | Relay |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 299 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |