2003 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2002 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
