2005 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 191 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 406 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |