2001 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (74 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
