2011 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2011 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, 1999 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 1999 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 605 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
