SAAB 9000 1994 vs Audi A6 1997
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 177 NM | 168 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds | |
| SAAB 9000 engine produces 5 HP more power than Audi A6, whereas torque is 9 NM more than Audi A6. Despite the higher power, SAAB 9000 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.5 | 8.6 | |
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The Audi A6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. SAAB 9000 consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the SAAB 9000 could require 285 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 810 km in combined cycle | |
| 770 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including SAAB 9-3, SAAB 900 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Bora | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A6 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi A6 1997 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Audi A6 1997 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. SAAB 9000 is 1 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 3 cm narrower, while the height of SAAB 9000 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 551 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the SAAB 9000 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means SAAB 9000 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`600 | 1`940 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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