2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 207 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
