2004 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Clio | Relay |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
