2010 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | Q7 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
