1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Peugeot 306 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 306 | Carina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |