2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 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 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A8 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |