2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
