2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A8 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |