2004 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 307 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
