2009 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 806 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
