2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 407 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |