2000 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A4 | 306 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |