2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Honda CR-V and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CR-V | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
