2012 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A4 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
