1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 406 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1903 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
