2003 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. Both 2003 Acura RSX and 1999 Peugeot 406 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | RSX | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
