2009 Audi R8 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | R8 | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |