2002 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 307 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
