1999 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2009 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
