2009 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407. 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 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 407 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
