1990 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
