1996 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 607 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |