2008 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A3 | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5326 cc |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |