2000 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | Integra | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
