2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 407 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
