2009 Peugeot 607 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Peugeot 607 and 2009 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 607 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 607 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
