2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2010 Peugeot 407 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. 2010 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
