2005 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Acura TSX and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | TSX | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
