2008 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | MDX | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
