1996 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 14 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2735 mm |
