2003 Audi A2 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A2 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
