2010 Audi S5 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S5 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | S5 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2710 mm |
