2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 468 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2005 Saturn Relay (298 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Eclipse | Relay |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |