2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
