1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 306 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
