2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |