2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
