2010 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2010 Honda Civic and 2010 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (143 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2010 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 408 (240 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1525 mm |
