2001 Acura CL vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
