2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 166 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |