2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 142 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 (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |