1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i.
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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 306 | 414i |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
