2010 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (247 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A5 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
