1996 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 596 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 207. 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | 207 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
