2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 408 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
