2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 303 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 206 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
