2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
