2006 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 878 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | S4 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
