2009 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 321 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Fit | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
