1996 Saab 900 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Saab 900. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Saab 900 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Saab | Audi |
Model | 900 | A3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |