2004 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206. 2000 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
