1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 307 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |