2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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 A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A5 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
