2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | S3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1555 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |