2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |