1998 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 406 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
