2012 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
