2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
