2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 190 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
