2004 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
