1993 Peugeot 306 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 306 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Xedos |
| Model | 306 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
