2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | TL | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |