The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual/Automatic
Manual/Automatic
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
SAAB 9-3 is available only with front wheel drive, while Audi A4 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines:
2.0 - 2.3
1.6 - 2.8
Performance
Power:
115 - 225 HP
75 - 193 HP
Torque:
177 - 342 NM
140 - 310 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
6.8 - 13 seconds
7.3 - 15.9 seconds
In general, SAAB 9-3 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Audi A4. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.2 - 10.8
5.3 - 10.9
SAAB 9-3 petrol engines consumes on average 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than Audi A4. On average, SAAB 9-3 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
SAAB 9-3 is 15 cm longer than the Audi A4, 2 cm narrower, while the height of SAAB 9-3 is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
440 litres
Turning diameter:
10.5 meters
11.1 meters
The turning circle of the SAAB 9-3 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Audi A4, which means SAAB 9-3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
