1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 306 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
