2004 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 331 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
