2008 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
