1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 607. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Prelude | 607 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
