2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.
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 (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
