1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 853 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 406 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
