2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 816 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
