2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
