2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 Boxer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot Boxer would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.

Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Boxer has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Boxer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Peugeot Boxer 2012 Audi Q3
Make Peugeot Audi
Model Boxer Q3
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2800 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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