1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
