2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A4 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
