2005 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | S6 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
