1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A4 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |