1997 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1997 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 406 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
