2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Saturn Relay.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | Discovery | Relay |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
