2006 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
