2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 407. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 407 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 | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
