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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407.

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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Peugeot 407
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 407
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3698 cc 2945 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 0 HP
Torque 380 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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