1995 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 406 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |