1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 206 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |