2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-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 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A6 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
