2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | A3 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |