2000 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2000 Audi S3 and 2000 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | S3 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
