2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2008 Peugeot 207
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 207
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 231 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 7.1 seconds
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 49 L


 

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