2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 407 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
