Audi A6 vs. Saab 9-3 Review

Utility
The Saab 9-3 and the Audi A6 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A6 packs quite a punch and will knock the Saab 9-3 down a few rungs. However, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Audi A6 is considerably heavier than the Saab 9-3. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Audi A6 than the Saab 9-3 because of its larger tank. The 9-3 and the Audi A6 compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You will definitely have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Saab than with the Audi A6.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Saab 9-3 to the dealership as the Audi A6. Regarding fuel economy, the Saab 9-3 and the Audi A6 don't differ much. In terms of fuel economy, the Saab 9-3 is somewhat better than the Audi A6, but not by much. With respect to MSRP, the Saab 9-3 costs substantially less than the Audi A6.

Drivetrain
The Audi A6's engine is substantially bigger than the Saab 9-3's. Keep in mind that bigger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. The Saab 9-3 could learn a lesson or two from the Audi A6 when it comes to torque. Torque equals pickup, and the Audi A6 will have picked up and gone by the time the Saab 9-3 finally gets moving.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Saab's front cabin compared to the A6. The Audi offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Saab 9-3 does.

Warranty
The Audi and the 9-3 have the same basic warranty.