1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 9 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 145 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.
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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
