2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (106 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 406 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |