2009 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2009 Acura TSX 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307. 2009 Acura TSX 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 TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | TSX | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
