1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 306 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
