2006 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
