2005 Honda Element vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
