2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2006 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2006 Saab 03-Sep
Make Audi Saab
Model A3 03-Sep
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 74.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 207 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 6.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 61 L


 

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