2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 307 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
