2003 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 303 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 (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806. 2000 Peugeot 806 has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2003 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 806 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | RSX | 806 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |