1996 Ford Ka vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
