2009 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A5 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
