2009 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 03-Sep | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
