1996 Honda Today vs. 2003 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2003 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Today | 607 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
