2005 Honda Life vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. 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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2011 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Life | 408 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |