2006 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 57 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
