2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 1955 Peugeot 203 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
