2007 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306. 2001 Peugeot 306 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 306 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
