2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 710 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 403 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
