2006 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
