2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |