1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Ballade | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
