2010 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saab 03-Sep | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 03-Sep | R8 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
