2005 Honda Life vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 406 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |