2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 407 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
