2005 Peugeot 607 vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Acura RL.
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 Peugeot 607 (449 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 607 | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Peugeot | Acura |
| Model | 607 | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
