2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607

To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607.

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 Peugeot 607 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2000 Peugeot 607
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A8 607
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2165 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 242 km/hour 202 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2810 mm