1998 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
