2003 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | Relay |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
