2002 Honda Life vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 207 (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 214 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, 2012 Peugeot 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 207 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
