2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Peugeot | Audi |
Model | 407 | A4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |