2001 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 807 (190 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 807 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
