2004 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
