2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 4007. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
