2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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 RL (347 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | RL | 508 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2817 mm |
