1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 119 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 406 | Element |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |