2002 Honda Life vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
