2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 180 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 Saturn ION. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2006 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | A8 | ION |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |