2007 Acura RDX vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | RDX | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
