2008 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 106 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
