2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
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 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 241 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |