2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 408 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |