2004 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (281 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 311 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.

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, 2004 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A8 2009 Saab 03-Sep
Make Audi Saab
Model A8 03-Sep
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 61 L


 

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