1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea.
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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306. 2010 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 306 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
