2008 Acura RL vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 244 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | RL | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
