1995 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Audi A6 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
