2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607. 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 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2718 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
