2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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 RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | RL | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
