2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Acura RL 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 RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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 RL 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 RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | RL | 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 | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |