2006 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206. 1997 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
