2004 Audi A2 vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A2 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
