1998 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 185 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 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |