2003 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
