1999 Honda NSX vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | NSX | 406 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |