2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 663 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Odyssey | 406 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
