2001 Honda City vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 2005 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda City has manual transmission. 2001 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda City 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Honda Peugeot
Model City 307
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1168 kg
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2630 mm


 

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