2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A4 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
