2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 2 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2613 mm |
