1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 31 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 306 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
