SAAB 9-3 1998 vs Audi A4 1995
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| 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 | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 154 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 219 NM | 173 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
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SAAB 9-3 is more dynamic to drive. SAAB 9-3 engine produces 29 HP more power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 46 NM more than Audi A4. Thanks to more power SAAB 9-3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 8.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.1 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Audi A4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification SAAB 9-3 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the SAAB 9-3 could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, SAAB 9-3 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 700 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A4 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, 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 A4 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi A4 1995 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 A4 1995 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.42 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 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. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`600 | 1`775 | |
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| Quality: | high | average | |
| SAAB 9-3 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A4 has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than SAAB 9-3, so SAAB 9-3 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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