2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 806. 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2001 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
