2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. 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 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 407 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
