2003 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 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 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 307 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |