2004 Saturn Relay vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKZ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Relay | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Saturn | Lincoln |
| Model | Relay | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
