2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2011 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 05-Sep | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
