1995 Peugeot 806 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 806 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 806 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
