2010 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Peugeot | Audi |
Model | 407 | Q3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |