2004 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A6 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |