2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 206.
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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 206. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura TL | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Acura | Peugeot |
Model | TL | 206 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |