2001 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. 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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
