2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2002 Audi RS4 and 2002 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406. 2002 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | RS4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
