1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz C and 1993 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 306 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
