2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407.

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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Peugeot 407
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 407
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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