2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 407 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
