2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 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 5008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2735 mm |
