2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
