2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 1007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 1007 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | TL | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
