2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406. 2005 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Peugeot 406
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A4 406
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.4 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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