2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 206 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |