2000 Acura TL vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | TL | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
