2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 7 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
