1998 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 806. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
