2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Sedici | Relay |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
