2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2613 mm |
