2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 192 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 307. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | RL | 307 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |