2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Q7 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
