2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | S3 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |