2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 1007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 1007 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 1007. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
