2010 Acura TL vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP) has 231 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 723 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura TL | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | TL | 207 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
