2004 Ford GT vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2004 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT 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 Ford GT | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | GT | Relay |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |