2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Peugeot Vroomster
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot Vroomster would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. 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, 2001 Peugeot Vroomster (214 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Peugeot Vroomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Peugeot Vroomster | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | Vroomster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
