2003 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A8 | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |