2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | S3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |