2006 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
