2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CR-V | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
