2009 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 188 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
