1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 736 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3270 mm |
