2009 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Peugeot 1007

To start off, 2012 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 1007. 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 2012 Peugeot 1007. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 1007.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2012 Peugeot 1007
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A5 1007
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 12.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1218 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L


 

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