2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | TL | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |