2008 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
