2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
