2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
