2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
