2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A4 | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |