2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 206 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
