2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 153 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 206 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1183 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
