2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
