2003 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2003 Audi A3 and 2003 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 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, 2003 Audi A3 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 607. 2003 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A3 | 2003 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A3 | 607 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |