2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 704 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 206 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
