1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 406 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
