2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Peugeot 4007

To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Peugeot 4007 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 4007.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 4007.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2008 Peugeot 4007
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A3 4007
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors


 

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