2005 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
