2005 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 406 and 2005 Acura CL 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 CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Acura CL | |
| Make | Peugeot | Acura |
| Model | 406 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
