1998 Peugeot 406 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
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1998 Peugeot 406 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Peugeot | Audi |
Model | 406 | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2912 mm |