1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 406 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
