2007 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
