2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
