2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc, 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |