2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x

To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2004 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2005 Saab 9-2x
Make Audi Saab
Model A4 9-2x
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 1997 cc
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 294 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption 7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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