2007 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 207. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
