2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 9-2x. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-2x would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A6 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
