1995 Peugeot 306 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 335 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 306 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Xedos |
| Model | 306 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
