2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | RS6 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
