2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
