2001 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
