1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 605 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
