2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Accord | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |