2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 806 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A3 | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |