2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2613 mm |
