1993 Peugeot 306 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
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 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 306 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 306 | V50 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |