2005 Acura EL vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | EL | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |