2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Saab 9-2x were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x will offer significantly more control. 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 A8 (300 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
