2008 Honda Element vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
