2002 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 307 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
