1996 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 307 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |