1993 Peugeot 106 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 106 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 106 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
