2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
