2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 405. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
