2003 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |