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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 111 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (298 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 | 3496 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |