2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
