2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 05-Sep | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
