2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 6 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. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. 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 2012 Peugeot 107. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 107. (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 107 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
