2007 Honda Element vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 407. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
