2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 and 2000 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (206 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | S8 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
