1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 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 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
