2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2012 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2735 mm |
