2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Lumina | Relay |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
