2004 Saturn Relay vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn Relay. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Relay | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | Relay | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
