Opposition Leader Tony Abbott has described the looming federal election as a choice between the stability of the coalition and "dysfunction" of Labor, and declared his team ready for the likely September 7 poll.

Speculation is increasing that Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is planning to visit the governor-general on Sunday or Monday seeking approval for a September 7 election, shooting the starting gun on the keenly anticipated political contest.

"We've been ready for a long time," Mr Abbott said on Saturday when asked about the predicted poll date.

"I think the Australian people are eager to seize the chance to control the government once more.

"The Australian people want their chance to choose, and the sooner they get that the better for us, the better for our country."