2008 Honda Element vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
