2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
