2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2003 Peugeot 407
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 407
Year Released 2008 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2944 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 82.6 mm
Top Speed 227 km/hour 229 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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