2001 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 03-Sep | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 03-Sep | S6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
