2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 408 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
