2002 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Audi R8 and 2002 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 1548 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2002 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | R8 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
