2000 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
