1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A4 | 406 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |