2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (281 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
