1996 Honda CRX vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CRX | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
