2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 206 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
