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 1,997 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x.

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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (294 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

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 1984 cc 1997 cc
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 294 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 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 6.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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