1999 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
