2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2003 Acura RSX
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 206 and 2003 Acura RSX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 197 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2003 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2003 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Peugeot | Acura |
| Model | 206 | RSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
