2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 438 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot iOn. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | iOn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
