2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2735 mm |
