SAAB 9-3 1998 vs Audi A4 1995

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SAAB 9-3
1998 - 2002
Audi A4
1995 - 1999
Body: HatchbackSedan
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/AutomaticManual/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 - 2.31.6 - 2.8

Performance

Power: 115 - 225 HP75 - 193 HP
Torque: 177 - 342 NM140 - 310 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.8 - 13 seconds7.3 - 15.9 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.2 - 10.85.3 - 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.
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Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.63 m4.48 m
Width: 1.71 m1.73 m
Height: 1.43 m1.42 m
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 data440 litres
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters11.1 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.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`600~ 1`875
Safety:
Quality:
above average

below average
Average price (€): 8001000
Rating in user reviews: 7.8/10 7.3/10
Pros and Cons: SAAB 9-3 has
  • lower fuel consumption for diesel engines
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
Audi A4 has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
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