2009 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
