1995 Peugeot 806 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 17 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 806 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 806 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
