1996 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
