2005 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
