1993 Peugeot 306 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 306 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 306 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
