1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307.
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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S-MX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
