2001 Acura EL vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL. 2005 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2001 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | EL | 807 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
