2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407. 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 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
