1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 127 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 306 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
