2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 306 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. 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 (133 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
