2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 8 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), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 408 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
