2007 Honda Element vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Honda Element and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 396 kg more than 2007 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Element | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |