2004 Saturn Relay vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Relay | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Relay | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
