2004 Acura CL vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | CL | 407 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |