2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 258 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
