1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 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 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 306 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
