1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 9000 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
