1995 Peugeot 306 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 306 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 306 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
