1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 206 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 306 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2525 mm |
