2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |