1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (122 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | G | 306 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
