2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Montego | Relay |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
