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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 | 2770 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
