2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 104 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.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 307 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |