1998 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
