2003 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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 A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
