1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 18 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
