1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 14 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 2012 Peugeot 5008 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 5008 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2735 mm |