2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 407 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |