2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Peugeot | Acura |
| Model | 207 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
