1996 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406. 2000 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
