2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A3 | 307 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |