2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Audi A4 2008 Saab 03-Sep
Make Audi Saab
Model A4 03-Sep
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1996 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 61 L