2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
