1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 17 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 667 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Peugeot | Infiniti |
| Model | 306 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
