2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
