2009 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 213 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | MDX | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |