2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Vamos | 407 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 290 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |