1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 293 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 306 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
