2006 Peugeot 307 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 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 307 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
