1997 Honda Life vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
