2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 3 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 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, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
