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. Both 1998 Honda Accord and 2005 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
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 | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
