2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 808 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 206 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
