2004 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 306. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
