1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (152 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 690 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 807 (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 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 807 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 807 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
