2004 MG ZS vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, both 2004 MG ZS 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2004 MG ZS has manual transmission. 2004 MG ZS 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 MG ZS | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | MG | Saturn |
| Model | ZS | Relay |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
