2006 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
