2003 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Acura NSX and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | NSX | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |