1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 405 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
