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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 806.
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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 806 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
