1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
