2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (106 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
