2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 407 (218 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 407 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1445 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |