1994 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
