2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 242 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 A6 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 A6 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A6 | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |