2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.

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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2006 Peugeot 407
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 407
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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