2005 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900.
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 A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A6 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
