2001 Acura EL vs. 2001 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2001 Acura EL and 2001 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.

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 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura EL 2001 Peugeot 307
Make Acura Peugeot
Model EL 307
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1666 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm


 

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