1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 306 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
