2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,086 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Peugeot 806 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 806 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |